Chapter 1 A Looming Crisis

Within the Three Realms, there existed a mysterious Great World known as the Myriad Devils World. This was one of the true lairs of the No Intermission Sect, the territory of the Myriad Devils Master, leader of the No Intermission Sect. Even Bu Xiu, the current God-King of the No Intermission Sect, couldn't interfere here.

Within the Myriad Devils World was a massive, floating city. This city was completely sealed off, containing a vast hall spanning a hundred thousand *li*. Inside the hall, countless Heavenly Immortals toiled, appearing like a dense swarm of ants scattered everywhere, diligently crafting components.

At the highest point of this massive hall was a suspended throne, upon which sat an unrestrained man, leaning back and looking down at the scene below.

Suddenly, his expression shifted, becoming panicked, anxious, and filled with dread.

Without hesitation, he teleported out of the colossal hall and flew towards another part of the Myriad Devils World.

On a solitary mountain peak, a man with crimson robes and azure hair sat, gazing into the endless void. His gaze pierced through the world's membrane, reaching the boundless space beyond. His eyes were profound, as if he had witnessed countless ages, all worldly things mere fleeting clouds in his sight.

"Master! Master! A disaster!"

A figure hurtled towards him, the same Heavenly Immortal from the hall, U Xiao Heavenly Immortal, who held a highly unique position within the Myriad Devils World.

"What is the meaning of this panic?" The Myriad Devils Master asked calmly, though curiosity flickered in his eyes. What could possibly cause U Xiao Heavenly Immortal to display such a look?

"Master, the Thorn Cultivation Great Devil God... something has happened!" U Xiao Heavenly Immortal's expression was terrified, as if he had seen something unimaginable.

"Hmm?" A divine gleam flashed in the Myriad Devils Master's eyes as he asked again, "What has occurred?"

"Please, Master, take a look!" U Xiao Heavenly Immortal didn't dare hesitate, and quickly used the Water Mirror Technique to project the scene transmitted by his puppet avatar.

It revealed an extremely young figure, arriving with a sword in hand, arrogant yet powerful. Judging by the aura, it was actually a Grand God!

"What?!" At first, the Myriad Devils Master remained composed, but he soon saw that even the Thorn Cultivation Great Devil God's full-powered strike couldn't harm the Grand God in the slightest, being easily blocked with one hand!

That level of power was terrifying. They were both Grand Gods, yet it was beyond imagination. Even Nuwa in her Grand God realm in ancient times hadn't possessed such strength!

"The Heavenly Doom Grand God... is determined to take the Three Realms..." The Myriad Devils Master's expression turned grave, the thought of the "Heavenly Doom Grand God's" power filling him with unease.

"Da Mo Academy? The chaos outside is called the Da Mo Domain, could this Da Mo Academy be..." The Myriad Devils Master's mind was troubled as he transmitted a message to other powerhouses within the No Intermission Sect, urging them to quickly come to the Myriad Devils World.

Before long, several leaders of the No Intermission Sect gathered, their expressions grave as they viewed the scene transmitted by U Xiao Heavenly Immortal's puppet avatar.

"U Xiao, is this... true?" God-King Bu Xiu couldn't believe it. Although he wasn't a leader-level figure, he was the nominal leader of the No Intermission Sect, so naturally he had to be informed of such events.

Even so, he found it hard to believe that the Thorn Cultivation Great Devil God's full-powered strike had been blocked with one hand. What kind of existence was this "Heavenly Doom Grand God"?

"God-King, there is no falsehood in this. Moreover, my puppet avatar was ordered to leave the Ancient Ruins, along with You Ji, the Imperial Venerable, who will convey that Heavenly Doom Grand God's orders."

U Xiao Heavenly Immortal wished it was false, but the reality was so absurd. As this great war approached, such a powerful figure had appeared in the Three Realms, and one who hailed from the chaos, an enemy rather than a friend!

"Wind Devil, how do we resolve this?" Devil Hand Dao Ancestor asked the Myriad Devils Master. This matter was significant. If such a terrifying powerhouse truly emerged from the Ancient Ruins and entered the Three Realms, it would be a disaster for the entire Three Realms.

"Wind Devil, should we... inform the Three Purities and the others?" Master Huan Mu also spoke. He had many friends among Nuwa's faction, especially the Three Purities of the Daoist sect, who were his close friends. If not for the Heavenly Dao's decree that this war was unavoidable, he wouldn't have participated.

But now, variables had appeared, a powerhouse far surpassing all beings had descended, intending to conquer the Three Realms and bring them into his grasp. He felt it necessary to inform Nuwa's faction of this matter.

The Myriad Devils Master pondered for a moment before finally turning to the leader-level figures. "Devil Hand, accompany Bu Xiu to the Ancient Ruins and ascertain the final orders of that 'Heavenly Doom Grand God.'"

"Alright." Devil Hand Dao Ancestor agreed. There were many powerhouses within the Ancient Ruins. God-King Bu Xiu was merely a top-tier Dao Ancestor, but he was the nominal leader of the No Intermission Sect, so naturally, he couldn't be allowed to face danger alone. It was appropriate for her to accompany him.

"Huan Mu, you and I will visit the Three Purities." The Myriad Devils Master said to Master Huan Mu, "As for the others, guard the various Great Worlds, be wary of Nuwa's faction, and even more so... be wary of the Ancient Ruins."

The situation had become complex and confusing. If that Heavenly Doom Grand God truly intended to join the war, then the Three Realms would descend into complete chaos.

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In the Heavenly Realm, the Daoist sect, led by the Three Purities Dao Ancestors, dominated the Eastern Heavenly Realm. Their influence permeated the Three Realms, and even the Heavenly Emperor of the Heavenly Realm had always been appointed by the Daoist sect.

As a result, the Daoist sect's position in the Three Realms had always been second to none, and no one had ever dared to underestimate them.

However, today, the Dao Palace welcomed two uninvited guests. During this extremely sensitive period, their arrival caused the Daoist sect's powerhouses to be on high alert.

"Withdraw." Before long, a voice rang out, and a figure drifted over, like an elusive cloud in the sky, possessing an aura of transcendence.

"Three Purities." Master Huan Mu said with a smile. He and the Three Purities Dao Ancestors were originally friends, but alas, the Heavenly Dao had decreed that war was inevitable.

"Huan Mu, you and the Wind Devil come to my Dao Palace together. Are you not afraid that I will summon all the powerhouses and detain you?" The Three Purities Dao Ancestor said unhurriedly, but he also understood that with the Wind Devil present, no one could possibly keep them here.

Back when Nuwa broke through to the World Realm, the Wind Devil had been able to rescue many beings of the No Intermission Sect from her grasp, let alone after countless eons. The Wind Devil of today was likely even more terrifying.

"Three Purities, we have come to discuss a major matter with you, a matter concerning the life and death of the Three Realms." The Wind Devil said gravely, looking at the Three Purities Dao Ancestor, "There is no need to provoke us. Summon the leaders of your faction, for what we are about to say cannot be decided by you alone."

The Three Purities Dao Ancestor frowned. The Wind Devil had never spoken to him in such a tone before, and moreover, "matters concerning the life and death of the Three Realms"... He wondered, what exactly could be such a major matter?

"Three Purities, my old friend, what the Wind Devil says is true. Please summon the Buddha, the Three Sovereigns, Bodhi, and the others." Master Huan Mu urged, his words carrying more weight because the Three Purities understood Master Huan Mu very well. But it was precisely because of this understanding that he was even more puzzled. What could possibly cause even Master Huan Mu to be so concerned?

"Very well. Please enter the Dao Palace for a discussion." The Three Purities Dao Ancestor nodded and transmitted messages to the other leaders of the Three Realms.

Before long, Bodhi Dao Ancestor arrived first. He was the most mysterious Dao Ancestor in the Three Realms, and unparalleled in the Dao of Time and Space.

After him, Suiren, one of the Three Sovereigns, and Tathagata, the Buddha of the Western Heavenly Realm, also arrived.

"Wind Devil, what exactly is this matter? You can tell us now!" Bodhi Dao Ancestor demanded. He and the Wind Devil were also friends, but now they stood on opposing sides, sworn enemies, so naturally, they had to maintain their positions.

"Not yet." The Wind Devil remained calm, waiting silently. But soon, he sighed and looked at Bodhi Dao Ancestor and the others. "It's time. Huan Mu, let them see those scenes first."

"Mm." Master Huan Mu waved his hand, creating a water mirror in which images slowly emerged, showing Jiang Xuan appearing in the Ancient Ruins.

The Three Purities Dao Ancestors and the others were drawn in, but as they continued to watch, their expressions changed. The Ancient Ruins had always been a major threat to the Three Realms, and they understood the strength of the beings within.

Especially that Thorn Cultivation Great Devil God, who could preserve the chaotic alien races in the Ancient Ruins with his own strength. His power was undeniable, but such a being had been defeated in a single move.

"The Heavenly Doom Grand God... how could such a being appear in this world!"

"Da Mo Academy, a disciple of a World God, this, this..."

"Alas... the great calamity is approaching, the Heavenly Secrets are in chaos, even such powerhouses have appeared. What exactly is the calamity of the Three Realms?"

The Three Purities Dao Ancestors and the others, like the Wind Devil and his companions when they first learned the news, were all shocked, but even more so, filled with dread. Such a being completely overwhelmed Grand Gods. If he led the Ancient Ruins to join the war, neither Nuwa's faction nor the No Intermission Sect would be able to stop him.

"Devil Hand previously went to the Ancient Ruins and brought back the final decision of this Heavenly Doom Grand God..." The Wind Devil shook his head helplessly. "The Heavenly Doom Grand God refuses all cooperation. Either we surrender and hand over the rule of the Three Realms, or he will launch a war and conquer the Three Realms."

Upon hearing the Wind Devil's words, the expressions of the Three Purities Dao Ancestors, Buddha Tathagata, and Suiren all changed. To hand over the rule of the Three Realms, or to launch a war, it was as if they had no choice.

The Three Realms were their home. How could they give up, how could they hand over the rule and allow the chaotic alien races to trample upon the Three Realms?

"Wage war!" Suiren's aura became even more terrifying. He was a powerhouse who had led the human race through the most difficult times, so how could he fear war at this time? Especially since it was to protect the Three Realms, he was willing to lead the human race again and fight to the death!

"Since that is the case, then let's fight."

"What is there to fear?"

"Even if we die in battle, it is better than being homeless dogs."

The Three Purities Dao Ancestors, Buddha Tathagata, and Bodhi Dao Ancestor also spoke, they had all fought their way out of the ancient struggles, so how could they fear?

"Throughout the history of the Three Realms, as you all know, this is also the home of my No Intermission Sect..." The Wind Devil looked at them. "Therefore, we are willing to cooperate with you, temporarily set aside our past hatred, and first drive out the foreign enemy. As for what happens between us in the future... if we win, we can consider it then."

The pressure that Heavenly Doom Grand God exerted on them was too great, far beyond the realm of Grand Gods and Grand Immortals. Neither side had the confidence to win alone. Uniting and fighting against a common enemy was the most correct choice.